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Retail isn’t powered by shelves. It’s powered by systems. And when those systems are fragmented, growth fragments too. This blog breaks down why unifying commerce is no longer optional, but essential. It reveals the hidden costs of legacy, reframes commerce platforms as retail’s central nervous system, and lays out a pragmatic path to modernization. From AI and headless commerce to omnichannel, sustainability, and mobile-first design, the insights show how unification turns complexity into competitiveness. Explore the full story → https://lnkd.in/ewiNUkZY Author: Kiran Thimmegowda #UnifiedCommerce #RetailTech #DigitalCommerce #HeadlessCommerce #CloudModernization #AIinRetail #DataDrivenRetail #CXTech #OmnichannelTech #RetailInnovation #RetailTransformation #HTCGlobalServices #ThoughtLeadershipThursday

Is your business architecture keeping up with your customer’s expectations? Because in #retail & #ecommerce today: speed isn’t a luxury. It’s survival. Virtual try-ons. Tap-to-pay. #Omnichannel personalization. Trends that once felt futuristic are now table stakes. Yet, too many scaling enterprises are stuck with systems that creak under pressure when they should be flexing with confidence. 📦 Imagine launching a new loyalty program without touching your core system. 📈 Or scaling operations for peak season without breaking a sweat. That’s the power of #microservices. In our latest blog, we break down why #monolithic is the past, #modular is the future, and how microservices can redefine your customer experience from the inside out: https://lnkd.in/gQFWbupy

When products become storytellers! ✨ At this year’s National Retail Federation’s Big Show, my colleague Ailen Bilharz sat down with Simon from On to explore how their innovative OnCode turns every item into a digital twin. The product knows exactly who it is, where it should be, and the whole journey it had so far. But as Simon puts it — this isn’t just about data. It’s about interaction. Imagine walking into a store, scanning a pair of shoes, and hearing directly from the product itself: 🔍 what it is, 🔍 what it is made of, 🔍 where it is available, and 🔍 why it’s the perfect fit for you. With unique identification, real-time tracking, and item-level visibility, digital twins unlock use cases such as smart replenishment, localization, and lifecycle services. 💡 A great example of how digital twins are shaping the future of brand and retail engagement. #RFID #DigitalTwin #DigitalProductPassport #DPP #FromChaosToControl #RetailInnovation #CustomerExperience #Omnichannel #Traceability #CircularFashion #RetailExperience

Turning data into action: what if your products could talk? 💬 Thanks to #RFID and Digital Twins, each item seamlessly tells its own story - where it comes from, how it’s made, and where it’s available. It’s the power of data turned into action - enabling smarter decisions, better visibility, and more meaningful customer experiences. During this year’s National Retail Federation Big Show, my colleague Ailen Bilharz spoke with Simon from On Running about how OnCode turns every product into a digital identity. For me, this is what makes retail exciting - when technology meets emotion, and a brand’s values come to life through every single item.

ShopTalk Fall in Chicago was a deep dive into the very near future of retail, with the industry showing movement away from "omnichannel" and entering the "omni-media" era — stores are now networks, and loyalty programs are an ad platform. 🤯 SDG's resident Retail & CPG expert, Greta Brauer, covers some event highlights in her latest article: 🏆 Hyper-personalization is the new baseline, expanding from digital to dynamic, individual-level in-store experiences. 🤖 AI isn't new, it's unifying—it's finally moving out of the back office and into the hands of marketers and merchants in real time. 🚀 Experience still trumps messaging! See how the fusion of "intuition and science" is driving the next wave of Retail Alchemy. Want the full scoop on what's shaping the future of retail, from supply chain ripples to the biggest shifts in data monetization and customer experience? Read the full blog to see how retailers and CPGs are gearing up for 2026 and beyond. 👉🏼 https://hubs.li/Q03MqWMM0 #SDGGroup #ShopTalkFall #GoBeyond #InsightsBeyondAnalytics #RetailCPG

Managing customer communications isn’t just about technology... It’s about strategy. Discover how Managed CCM Services deliver measurable results through governance, analytics, and personalization. Read Now: http://bit.ly/49aTEId #CCM #Omnichannel #ManagedServices #CustomerExperience #BelWo

ACI Worldwide’s Terry Rourke tells you how to unlock growth for your retail business with smarter payments orchestration in our latest blog. In today's competitive landscape, retailers can reduce fees, fight fraud without friction, gain flexibility from multiple providers, and ensure a seamless omnichannel experience while leveraging real-time data for agile decision-making. https://aciw.co/42PEhkP #RetailStrategy #PaymentsOrchestration #Omnichannel #DigitalPayments #RetailInnovation #AI #FraudPrevention

"Stop thinking of AI 🤖 as a tool, and start thinking of it as a smart, policy-driven teammate. 🤝 " That's what AI Agents are: they understand context, follow policy, and take action across your core systems. ➡️ In this clip, we break down three high-value agents for retail operations—from rescuing stalled orders to ensuring inventory is always accurate. Which agent could revolutionize your Q4 growth? 🎬 Watch the full webinar on demand for the complete insights: https://lnkd.in/grcQHYfR #DigitalTeammate #AIAgentsinRetail #Innovation #CRM #OMS #RetailGrowth #Omnichannel #AIStrategy #Incepta #Technology #AIagents

How will Agentic AI reshape omnichannel retail? By enabling autonomous, goal-driven interactions, this technology helps retailers deliver seamless, personalised experiences across digital and physical channels. Explore our latest perspective on how Agentic AI is redefining the future of retail. https://lnkd.in/dZp6SBsy #AgenticAI #OmnichannelRetail #AIinRetail #CustomerExperience #RetailInnovation #DigitalTransformation #AgileIntel

The hidden #retail challenge no one talks about and how AI solves it. Without trusted, #AI-enhanced product data, even the most advanced #omnichannel strategies risk failure. http://ow.ly/wfP4106okXz